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Reports: Oleshky Residents Risk Mined Roads for FoodWorld — 7hResidents of Russian-occupied Oleshky in southern Ukraine face severe shortages of food, water and medicine, with the last reported food deliveries arriving in May. Some risk crossing mined roads under drone threat to obtain supplies, while others remain trapped; Russia acknowledges supply problems but blames Ukraine, and Kyiv says Moscow rejected proposed evacuation routes.

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Spanish bar floor gives way, injuring 12 and trapping dozens — 5dBar Tempranillo in La Rioja partially collapsed before dawn on October 3, 2026 after the floor then ceiling gave way; 11 or 12 were injured and dozens initially trapped.

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Sam Okafor Lucky it happened before dawn when fewer folks were around, but dozens trapped is still terrifying. Hope the injured ones pull through without lasting issues.

Congo River Collision Kills 30-Plus, Dozens Missing — 3dAt least 30 were killed and dozens remain missing after two motorised wooden boats collided on the Congo River; a witness said passengers were trapped underwater as one vessel sank.

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Trapped Busan Shark Draws 600,000, Becomes Ambassador — Sep 29, 2026A shark named Bukangi, trapped in a canal in Busan, South Korea, has drawn about 600,000 visitors and was named an honorary city ambassador. Officials’ efforts to guide it back to open water have failed so far, and they are preparing another attempt using a large net.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Long Island Cat Rescued After Five Days Trapped — Sep 24, 2026John DeBacker freed Lola after five days trapped upside down behind a wall in Franklin Square, Long Island, with no food or water.

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Tom Gallagher Five days trapped upside down is rough on any animal. They should check for other gaps in the house so this doesn't happen again.

Alabama Routs Mississippi State 56-23 — 5dNick Saban warned Alabama not to overlook Mississippi State, saying the hostile Starkville environment and the Bulldogs’ offense made the road matchup a potential trap. Alabama answered with a 56-23 win, dominating on the ground and handing Mississippi State its first loss; the Crimson Tide now turn to Georgia.

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Quavo Releases Pharrell-Produced ‘QRÖMELIFE’ Album — 5dQuavo’s new 14-track solo album, “QRÖMELIFE,” executive-produced by Pharrell Williams, draws on grief over Takeoff’s death, faith, family and fatherhood while exploring sounds beyond traditional trap. The project features a reunion with Offset, and Quavo has discussed making more Migos music to honor Takeoff’s legacy.

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Deputies and bystanders rescue drivers from burning vehicles in two crashes — Sep 30, 2026In Florida, two deputies and two bystanders rescued a woman trapped in a burning car after a crash; officials are seeking the bystanders to recognize their actions. In Missouri, a police detective and sheriff’s deputy pulled a driver from a burning truck, which later exploded.

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Right-leaning meme about springing traps trends online today — Sep 22, 2026Meme Wars: trending on the Right today.

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Jared Kim These memes highlight how progressive policies often end up harming the very groups they claim to help.

Backyard Bear Encounters Reported in Washington, North CarolinaWorld — Sep 23, 2026A 12-year-old boy in Bellingham, Washington, fought off a black bear that attacked him in his backyard; the bear then injured his father before fleeing, and both were treated for minor injuries. Wildlife officials have set a trap after the bear returned to the area, while the family says the encounter has not changed their view of the risks posed by local bears.

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New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep DishYourlist — VS BattleThe foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.

Settler Violence and Restrictions Reported in West BankWorld — Sep 9, 2026Reports describe intensified Israeli-settler activity near Jerusalem, with attacks on water wells and the erection of outposts, as well as broader settlement expansion shaping the West Bank. At the same time, Beit Iksa residents are effectively trapped by permit-based restrictions, and UK sanctions on settlements provoke Israeli counter-measures, highlighting the multidimensional impact of the conflict.

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NYT Connections Puzzle 1,192 Includes Train TrapLifestyle — Sep 12, 2026Recent NYT Connections coverage highlights daily spoiler-free hints, clues, and solutions for puzzles such as #1192, #1191, and #1190, with explanations of categories like Instruct, parts of a whistling kettle, and undercover agents, as well as warnings that some groups are trickier and may require waiting for full solutions. Additionally, broad NYT puzzle context includes Strands hints and a general look at how players share definitions and puzzle insights across the NYT Games lineup.

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First Sound of Music Museum Opens in Salzburg — Sep 21, 2026Salzburg opened the Sound of Music Salzburg museum at Hellbrunn Palace, the first venue dedicated to the 1965 film and the real von Trapp family, displaying about 450 artifacts including props, costumes, and the iconic gazebo. The museum aims to separate historical fact from Hollywood fiction, with Elisabeth von Trapp attending and stressing the intimate, tour-friendly presentation of the story and Salzburg’s ongoing link to the film’s tourism appeal.

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Elena Vasquez It's nice to see the real von Trapp story getting its own space alongside the movie props at Hellbrunn.

Cash-Strapped Farmers Found A Money Stream, But Their Community Is Saying Not So Fast — 15hA fight over renewable energy in rural Idaho has turned into a battle over private property rights, as farmers push local officials to overturn a ban preventing them from leasing their own land for large-scale energy projects.

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Marcus Bell Farmers have every right to lease their land for solar or wind if it keeps them afloat without hurting anyone else.

Can you actually read a map?Quizie — QuizFifteen world-geography questions. Most people miss at least three — the AI grades you and names your traveler rank.

Cubs Reinstate Cabrera from IL to Bolster Bullpen, Thornton Placed on List — Sep 12, 2026The Chicago Cubs activated right-hander Edward Cabrera from the 15-day injured list and moved Trent Thornton to the 15-day IL with a left ankle sprain, moving Cabrera to the bullpen for the rest of the season and potentially postseason help. Cabrera, who has a 5.68 ERA across 76 innings this year and has battled multiple injuries, will be used in low-leverage relief as the Cubs continue to manage a pitching-strapped roster.

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Sam Okafor Cabrera's numbers this year don't inspire much but a new arm in the bullpen might ease some late-season pressure.

All 33 Chilean Miners RescuedGood News — FROM 2010Trapped miners survive 69 days underground.

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The Thai Cave Rescue of 12 BoysGood News — FROM 2018Divers extract trapped soccer team

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Virginia Police Save Manatee Trapped in Pound NetReporting — Aug 29, 2023Virginia Marine Police saved a manatee that got trapped in a pound net in the Chesapeake Bay. The rescue occurred Sunday after paddleboarders spotted the stranded animal and called for help. Video and pictures of the…

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'Catastrophic Accident': Philadelphia Firefighters Trapped in Rubble After Deadly Building CollapseReporting — Jun 18, 2022A building collapsed in Philadelphia early Saturday, killing a firefighter who was trapped in the rubble. Firefighters had responded to the blaze at a three-story building at about 2 a.m. Long after the fire was…

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American Family Trapped in Afghanistan Sends Desperate Plea To Joe BidenReporting — Aug 19, 2021An American family trapped in Afghanistan is pleading with President Joe Biden’s administration for assistance, fearing that their safety is at risk following the Taliban’s sweeping offensive. Haroon, a U.S. citizen who…

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Anne Heche Reportedly Trapped for 45 Minutes in Home After Fiery Car CrashReporting — Sep 2, 2022Actress Anne Heche was trapped in a home for more than half an hour after crashing into it, according to reports. On Thursday, NBC4 reported that firefighters were unable to begin efforts to save Heche’s life until…

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Window Washers Trapped at 50th Floor after Platform Malfunctions, Call for Help as Storm Rolls InReporting — May 26, 2022It was the perfect storm: A window-washing crew was perched on a platform on the 50th floor of a building in downtown Houston, Texas, when the platform malfunctioned and they were trapped. The mechanical issues…

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Coast Guard Vessel Rescues Cruise Ship Trapped In Ice — Jan 29, 2026A luxury cruise ship carrying hundreds of passengers found itself trapped in thick Antarctic sea ice over the weekend—until the U.S. Coast Guard arrived to carve a path to freedom. The Scenic Eclipse II, a…

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